Rediscovering Programming: Rendering a PETSCII Image on the Commodore 64

A seasoned CTO with 23 years in IT, facing unexpected unemployment, decided to challenge himself by delving into retro computer programming. His goal: render a PETSCII image on a Commodore 64. He meticulously documented the entire process, from using an online editor to create the image, to converting data with a Perl script, and finally displaying it on the Commodore 64 using C64 BASIC and the VICE emulator. This story highlights his enthusiasm for learning new technologies and his passion for retro computing, offering valuable insights for anyone interested in retro computer programming.